How Well Do You Know Tombstone Blues Lyrics Quiz
Question 1 |
Who is reincarnated according to the lyrics?
Paul Revere | |
Paul Revere’s horse | |
The town mayor | |
The city fathers | |
The ghost of Belle Starr |
Question 1 Explanation:
The line in the lyrics mentions "The reincarnation of Paul Revere's horse," indicating the horse, not Paul Revere himself, is reincarnated.
Question 2 |
Who is Jezebel in the lyrics, and what is she doing?
A factory worker | |
A bride | |
A nun violently knitting | |
A nurse attending to John the Baptist | |
A lady playing the piano |
Question 2 Explanation:
The lyrics describe Jezebel as a nun, "she violently knits."
Question 3 |
Who is sitting at the head of the chamber of commerce?
John the Baptist | |
Jack the Ripper | |
The Commander-in-Chief | |
Paul Revere | |
The King of the Philistines |
Question 3 Explanation:
The song says, "A bald wig for Jack the Ripper who sits at the head of the chamber of commerce."
Question 4 |
What is the hysterical bride screaming about?
She lost her wedding ring | |
She’s just been made | |
She’s in love | |
She’s hungry | |
She’s afraid of Jack the Ripper |
Question 4 Explanation:
The lyrics state, "The hysterical bride in the penny arcade, Screaming she moans, 'I've just been made.'"
Question 5 |
What does the doctor advise the bride?
"You'll be fine." | |
"Call your family." | |
Don’t let the boys in." | |
"Stay calm." | |
"It’s not poison." |
Question 5 Explanation:
The doctor advises, "My advice is to not let the boys in."
Question 6 |
What is the medicine man’s message to the bride?
"You’re very ill." | |
"Swallow your pride." | |
"You need rest." | |
"The poison is fatal." | |
"Call the police." |
Question 6 Explanation:
The medicine man says, "Stop all this weeping, swallow your pride."
Question 7 |
What does the Commander-in-Chief do while answering John the Baptist?
Shoots a gun | |
Chases a fly | |
Drops a bomb | |
Rides a horse | |
Writes a letter |
Question 7 Explanation:
The lyrics say, "The Commander-in-Chief answers him while chasing a fly."
Question 8 |
What do the soldiers of the King of the Philistines have on their tombstones?
Crosses | |
Skulls | |
Jawbones | |
Flowers | |
Swords |
Question 8 Explanation:
The King of the Philistines "puts jawbones on their tombstones."
Question 9 |
What does Gypsy Davey collect?
Money | |
Horses | |
Stamps | |
Coins | |
Pictures |
Question 9 Explanation:
Gypsy Davey "tramps with a fantastic collection of stamps."
Question 10 |
Who is sitting alone in the lyrics?
Jezebel | |
Delilah | |
Mama | |
Belle Starr | |
The bride |
Question 10 Explanation:
The lyrics mention, "Delilah who's sitting worthlessly alone."
Question 11 |
What does the National Bank sell?
Road maps for the soul | |
Shoes for the poor | |
Flags for the country | |
Food for the hungry | |
Instruments for musicians |
Question 11 Explanation:
The National Bank sells "road maps for the soul."
Question 12 |
Who rehearsed with Beethoven?
Tuba players | |
Gypsy Davey | |
Pedro | |
John the Baptist | |
Brother Bill |
Question 12 Explanation:
The tuba players rehearse with Beethoven around the flagpole.
Question 13 |
What does the speaker wish they could write for the lady?
A novel | |
A poem | |
A song | |
A letter | |
A melody |
Question 13 Explanation:
The speaker wishes they "could write you a melody so plain.
There are 13 questions to complete.
